Predicting Nigeria’s XI to face Benin in 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier – Finidi George to turn to Samuel Chukwueze as desperate Super Eagles seek redemption?

The Chippa United has conceded in Nigeria’s last five games, shipping in seven goals and would want to improve.

The Fenerbahce right-back played as a left-back against Bafana Bafana but could go back to his natural position.

The Fulham defender has been consistent for the Super Eagles but is under pressure to help George’s team not to concede.

Another defender under pressure to help the Super Eagles keep a clean sheet, Ajayi can be trusted at the heart of defence.

The Boavista defender could form a steely wall with Ajayi in central defence to neutralise Benin forwards.

Ndidi returned to the Super Eagles setup and captained them against Bafana Bafana. His leadership qualities will be put to test again at a time Nigeria desperately need maximum points.

The Fulham star is expected to rise to the occasion and help the Super Eagles in attack.

The AC Milan star came on as a substitute against South Africa and he could be the solution to score goals against Benin.

The Turkey-based midfielder rescued Nigeria from the jaws of defeat with a second-half goal and that gives him confidence going into Monday’s match.

Iheanacho has one goal in these qualifiers and would want to add his name on the scoresheet again.

The Atalanta attacker could not reproduce his Uefa Europa League final form against Bafana and will be under pressure to pick himself up.